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Adam Frank

    Astronomy: At Play in the Cosmos
    What Is My Tartan?: Or, The Clans Of Scotland, With Their Septs And Dependents
    Light of the Stars
    About Time
    About Time
    Clans, Septs, and Regiments of the Scottish Highlands. Eighth Edition
    • 2020

      Astronomy: At Play in the Cosmos

      • 500 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      Focusing on the excitement of discovery, this book emphasizes teaching the scientific process in an engaging way. It encourages educators to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in students by presenting science as an adventure rather than just a set of facts. The content is designed to foster hands-on learning and exploration, making science accessible and enjoyable for learners of all ages. By highlighting real-world applications and encouraging experimentation, it aims to ignite a passion for scientific inquiry.

      Astronomy: At Play in the Cosmos
    • 2020

      A Silvan Tomkins Handbook

      • 200 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      An accessible guide to the work of American psychologist and affect theorist Silvan Tomkins--

      A Silvan Tomkins Handbook
    • 2019

      Light of the Stars

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      3.9(29)Add rating

      Astrophysicist and NPR commentator Adam Frank reveals what the latest research on alien civilisations may tell us about our own.

      Light of the Stars
    • 2012

      About Time

      Cosmology and Culture at the Twilight of the Big Bang

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      3.9(11)Add rating

      Exploring the implications of the Big Bang's demise, astrophysicist Adam Frank delves into the evolving nature of time and its impact on our understanding of the universe. He presents a thought-provoking analysis of how our perception of time may shift in light of new scientific insights, blending complex astrophysical concepts with accessible explanations. This work challenges readers to rethink their relationship with time and the cosmos.

      About Time
    • 2012

      Focusing on the rich history and culture of the Scottish Highlands, this comprehensive work serves as an authoritative encyclopedia of clans, tartans, and military regiments. The eighth edition includes an alphabetical list of Scottish family names linked to their respective clans. It covers a wide array of topics, such as Highland garb, surnames, coats of arms, and the roles of chiefs and chieftains, making it an unparalleled resource for understanding Scottish clanship and heritage.

      Clans, Septs, and Regiments of the Scottish Highlands. Eighth Edition
    • 2012

      About Time

      • 406 pages
      • 15 hours of reading
      4.1(16)Add rating

      An exhilarating journey into the science of time, from Stonehenge to the Big Bang and beyond

      About Time